In 2023, Japan dominated the global export market for iridium, osmium, and ruthenium semi-manufactured products with a share of 99.63%. The United Kingdom followed, albeit significantly behind, at 0.71%. Most other countries held marginal market shares under 0.21%, such as South Africa, South Korea, and Thailand. Variations from the previous year showed that Belgium had a significant positive growth of 65.68%, while Switzerland suffered a dramatic decline of 62.01%. Japan experienced a notable decline of 20.39%, impacting the overall industry's dynamics.
Future trends to watch in the global export landscape for these semi-manufactured materials include technological advancements and geopolitical factors that might alter production and export capacities. Moreover, supply chain adjustments and environmental policies could redefine country contributions, potentially leading to diversifications in export shares beyond Japan's current dominance.
Top countries in Export of Iridium, Osmium and Ruthenium Semi-Manufactured Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Japan | 99.63 | 2023 | +4.16% | -20.39% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 0.71 | 2023 | +6.02% | +1.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Africa | 0.21 | 2023 | -2.55% | -1.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 0.16 | 2023 | +6.77% | +0.99% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Thailand | 0.027 | 2023 | +5.02% | +1.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 0.023 | 2023 | -5.69% | -3.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United States | 0.013 | 2023 | -3.53% | -8.28% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 0.012 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 0.006 | 2023 | +4.47% | +5.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.002 | 2023 | +3.96% | +65.68% | View data |
